Ninh Binh 1 day tour: Hoa Lu – Trang An – Mua Cave
The natural scenery of the ancient capital Ninh Binh has long fascinated many tourists. Not only domestic tourists but also international tourists when coming here are amazed by the landscape here. So what does Ninh Binh have that makes so many people love it? Explore this land with the Ninh Binh 1 days tour with Smile Travel.
Spend a full day in Ninh Binh exploring Hoa Lu – the ancient capital. Cycle through scenic paths, cruise along Trang An’s caves, and conquer the iconic viewpoint atop Mua Cave
ltinerary
Limousine (2.5 hours) :
Hoa Lu: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (100 minutes) :
Hoa Lu: Bike tour (40 minutes):
Ninh Binh: Lunch (1.5 hours):
Trang An: Boat cruise (2 hours)
Mua Caves: Photo stop, Visit, Hiking (1.5 hours)
Limousine (2.5 hours)
Arrive back at: Hoàn Kiếm
Highlights
- Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital from the 10th century
- Enjoy a boat ride through caves and rivers in Trang An
- Hike up Mua Cave for panoramic views of Ninh Binh’s landscape
- Taste authentic Vietnamese dishes at a local buffet lunch
- Travel comfortably with round-trip transfers from Hanoi
Full description

07h15 – 8h00: Pick up from your hotel in the Old Quarter area and departure for Ninh Binh. Due to the ban on buses picking up passengers on some streets between 6:30 and 8:30 from 1 March 2025, we may need you to come to one of our meeting points depending on your location to wait for us. We appreciate your support.
09h15: Have a short break for relaxing & rest room at a stop-over about 15 – 20 minutes.
10h00- 10h30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the King temples. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history.
Relax before lunch:
– A short bike ride with tour guide : Get on a bike and start cycling to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with a unique route (optional and free of charge)
– If you don’t wish to cycle, feel free to explore the village on foot or rest at a local restaurant.
12h00: Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty
( Vegetarian foods are avaiable )
13h30: Arrive Trang An and spend about 1h40 – 2 hours exploring Trang An– the core of natural heritage in a Sampan boat (4 people per boat), rowed by a local people. Explore the amazing cave tunnel system and passing through sacred temples associated with legends in the history of Trang An.
Get back to limousine bus then leave for Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi.
19:00 – 19:30 Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel . Trip ends.
Includes
- English speaking guide
- Pick up & drop off in Old Quater area by limousine transfer.
- Mineral water on the bus
- Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
- All sightseeing tickets and boat fees
- Free using of hat/ rain-coat during the trip
- Drinks, travel insurance, and tax
- Tips for tour guide and driver
- Personal expenses and anything not mentioned in inclusions
Important information
Know before you go
- Due to the ban on buses picking up passengers on some streets between 6:30 and 8:30 from 1 March 2025, we may need you to come to one of our meeting points depending on your location to wait for us. We appreciate your support.
- Children’s Price Policy:
- Children from 3-7 years old and over 1m3 tall are charged as adults.
- The second child (3-7 years) is charged at the adult rate (100% of the adult price).
**Children Under 3 Years Old:
- – Free of charge, sharing services (bus seat, meals,..) with an adult.
- – If the child is taller than 1 meter, an entrance fee applies, payable by the accompanying adult at the destination.
- Please note, the itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions
- If you stay out Hanoi Old Quarter, please be at the meeting point: In front of Hanoi Opera House before departure time
- All passengers should provide mobile phone number with whatsapp or email address to the tour operator.
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